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Four Strategies for Recruiting Top Light Industrial Talent

January 5th, 2018

Finding the right light industrial professionals to join your team is essential to the success of your company, but selecting them is often easier said than done. Rushing through the hiring process typically doesn’t end well, so take your time to make an informed decision.

Everything from the manner in which you present your company to candidates to where you look for them can make all the difference. Here are four strategies that will help you choose the very best light industrial talent every time.

Write Compelling Job Descriptions

First impressions are everything, and a job description is often a candidate’s first introduction to the position. If it fails to present the job in an interesting manner, top talent won’t apply. The best job descriptions paint a clear picture of both the daily responsibilities associated with the position and the overarching goals associated with it.

It’s also crucial to make sure the job description is updated each time the position becomes available. Even if by accident, providing invalid information is false advertising. You might draw top talent in with it, but they will bow out during the interview process when they realize the position isn’t the same as the one marketed.

Make It a Team Effort

The light industrial professional you hire will work closely with the rest of your team, therefore, it’s only fair to include them in the selection process. After screening top contenders yourself, allow immediate team members to join the second round of interviews to meet the candidates and help decide who would be the best asset to the group — both skills and personality wise.

Focus on Cultural Fit

The person with the best resume isn’t always the best choice for the job. If the candidate doesn’t blend with your company culture, they won’t last. Allowing the team to participate in the interview process can be a tremendous help with this. Beyond that, behavioral interview questions like “What is your preferred work style?” and “How do you handle conflict?” can offer telling clues about a candidate’s personality.

Take on a Staffing Partner

Hiring light industrial talent the right way is a big job, so taking on a staffing partner is one of the savviest recruiting strategies. Your recruiter will handle all aspects of the process, so you’ll just meet with their top choices and make your final decision. As hiring experts, recruiters know exactly where to find passive candidates you’d never get in touch with otherwise. They’re also skilled in areas like identifying cultural fit, so you can feel rest-assured your company is in good hands.

Malone Staffing Solutions is here to help you find the light industrial talent your team needs to shine. From logistics professionals in Nashville to manufacturing talent in Evansville, we have you covered. Contact us today to start your search!